CBIA 2027 Washington, DC Fly-In
Join CBIA and fellow business leaders for a dynamic fly-in to Washington, D.C., where your peers from across the state will connect, learn, and advocate together.
The 2027 Washington, D.C. Fly-In offers a unique opportunity to understand how federal policies directly affect businesses’ operations, workforce, and bottom lines.
You’ll also meet directly with members of Connecticut’s federal delegation.
Kick off the experience Monday with a welcome cocktail reception, then spend Tuesday immersed in briefings, tours, and networking.
Wednesday wraps up with breakfast and a featured speaker before heading home.
This is a rare chance to hear from policymakers, gain actionable insights, and build connections that benefit your organization.
*Hotel and flights not included; program transportation and select meals provided.
Agenda
Monday, January 11, 2027
4 pm | Welcome & Networking Reception at Philip Morris International
6:30 pm | Dinner
Tuesday, January 12, 2027
7:30 am | Networking Breakfast
8:30 am | Opening Remarks
- Chris DiPentima, President & CEO, CBIA
- Brian Montanari, President & CEO, HABCO Industries, a CIRI company; Chair, CBIA Board of Directors
8:45 am | Washington Policy Outlook: What Connecticut Businesses Need to Know in 2027
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce
9:30 am | Networking Break
9:30 am – 11:45 am | Small Group Policy Breakouts
- The Future Workforce: Federal Solutions to Labor Shortages
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- The State of Manufacturing
- National Association of Manufacturers
- Healthcare Policy Updates
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- Trade Policy Updates
11:45 am | Lunch
2–4:30 pm | Federal Policy Discussions with Connecticut’s Congressional Delegation at the U.S. Capitol
6 pm | Networking Reception at CIRI
Wednesday, January 13, 2027
8 am | Networking Breakfast
9 am | Energy Outlook 2027
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce
10 am | Reducing Regulatory Barriers for Small Business
- U.S. Small Business Administration
11:30 | Policy Briefing & Lunch at the Canadian Embassy
1:30 pm | Closing
Mon, Jan 11, 2027
4:00pm -
Wed, Jan 13, 2027
1:30pm
Washington, D.C.
$500
CBIA 2027 Washington, DC Fly-In is made possible through the generous support of PMI, HABCO, and The Jackson Laboratory.
For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact CBIA's Robert Klemyk (860.244.8521).
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